Captain
Ed Traylor

Member since April 2023 Marathon, United States
Background
Captain Ed Traylor (our founder) is 4th generation Floridian who has fished the coastal and inland waters since childhood. He has also fished (and continues to fish) with some of the most renowned Captains in Marathon Key gathering decades of offshore fishing knowledge and techniques from award-winning captains. Whether you are here for the first time or visit Marathon regularly, Wet Tails Charters will provide a fishing experience that you will never forget.
Techniques
On the troll chasing birds is my most desired way of fishing. The thrill of finding the Mahi or Tuna and the rod slamming action that proceeds it is what I live for.

Hey, I'm Captain Ed Traylor

Marathon, United States
Background
Captain Ed Traylor (our founder) is 4th generation Floridian who has fished the coastal and inland waters since childhood. He has also fished (and continues to fish) with some of the most renowned Captains in Marathon Key gathering decades of offshore fishing knowledge and techniques from award-winning captains. Whether you are here for the first time or visit Marathon regularly, Wet Tails Charters will provide a fishing experience that you will never forget.
Techniques
On the troll chasing birds is my most desired way of fishing. The thrill of finding the Mahi or Tuna and the rod slamming action that proceeds it is what I live for.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(97 reviews)
Angler's choice
Marathon
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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Trips from US $895

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 97 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
95%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
98%
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Jesus S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Captain Ed went Above and Beyond.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (AM) on May 18, 2025
The day started badly as Captain Edโ€™s Live Shrimp delivery never made it to him. We waited but it never arrived. Captain...
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Mark K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing was slow, but crew was exceptional.

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (PM) on March 3, 2025
The weather wasnโ€™t cooperating for great fishing weather (fairly windy), so we werenโ€™t able to go to the location that...
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Wayne H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   NEW  6hr Offshore Big Game on June 25, 2025
Extremely happy with Captain Ed and Mike. They were very helpful and put us on some fish even though the weather wasnโ€™t great....
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Kaidence L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Ed

VERIFIED   6 Hr Nearshore Reef/Wreck on June 13, 2025
Great all around. Captain Ed and First Mate Maikel were very knowledgeable in every aspect. Due to rough seas, we were not...
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Roger M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
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5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Amazing Experience!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Nearshore Reef/Wreck (AM) on May 17, 2025
First time fishing out on the open water. Couldnโ€™t have asked for a better experience. Ed and Mikey were patient with our...
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